Meta4 PeopleNet vs. Rippling

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Meta4 PeopleNet
Score 7.0 out of 10
N/A
Meta4 PeopleNet is an all-in-one integrated HR Solution providing Core HR with personnel administration, total talent management, compensation management with payroll, as well as workforce management (time and attendance, analytics). Meta4 is a Cegid company (acquired late 2019).N/A
Rippling
Score 8.4 out of 10
N/A
Rippling gives businesses one place to run HR, IT, and Finance. It brings together all of the workforce systems that are normally scattered across a company, like payroll, expenses, benefits, and computers. This enables users to manage and automate every part of the employee lifecycle in a single system. For example, when onboarding a new employee, Rippling can take a new hire from anywhere in the world and set up their payroll, corporate card, computer, benefits, and even third-party…
$8
starting price per user, per month
Pricing
Meta4 PeopleNetRippling
Editions & Modules
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$8.00
starting price per user, per month
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Meta4 PeopleNetRippling
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoYes
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsFor additional pricing details visit the Rippling pricing page.
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Features
Meta4 PeopleNetRippling
Human Resource Management
Comparison of Human Resource Management features of Product A and Product B
Meta4 PeopleNet
7.0
2 Ratings
12% below category average
Rippling
8.0
551 Ratings
2% above category average
Employee demographic data7.02 Ratings7.9366 Ratings
Employment history7.02 Ratings8.0384 Ratings
Job profiles and administration7.02 Ratings8.3443 Ratings
Workflow for transfers, promotions, pay raises, etc.7.02 Ratings8.3375 Ratings
Organizational charting7.02 Ratings8.0465 Ratings
Organization and location management7.02 Ratings8.3395 Ratings
Compliance data (COBRA, OSHA, etc.)7.01 Ratings7.3298 Ratings
Payroll Management
Comparison of Payroll Management features of Product A and Product B
Meta4 PeopleNet
6.2
1 Ratings
26% below category average
Rippling
8.5
595 Ratings
6% above category average
Pay calculation6.01 Ratings8.6516 Ratings
Support for external payroll vendors5.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Benefit plan administration6.01 Ratings8.8539 Ratings
Direct deposit files7.01 Ratings9.0522 Ratings
Salary revision and increment management7.01 Ratings8.5357 Ratings
Reimbursement management6.01 Ratings8.0295 Ratings
Off-cycle/On-Demand payment00 Ratings8.2319 Ratings
Leave and Attendance Management
Comparison of Leave and Attendance Management features of Product A and Product B
Meta4 PeopleNet
6.3
1 Ratings
25% below category average
Rippling
8.9
512 Ratings
10% above category average
Approval workflow7.01 Ratings9.1489 Ratings
Balance details7.01 Ratings9.0449 Ratings
Annual carry-forward and encashment5.01 Ratings8.7309 Ratings
Employee Self Service
Comparison of Employee Self Service features of Product A and Product B
Meta4 PeopleNet
7.2
2 Ratings
12% below category average
Rippling
8.8
635 Ratings
8% above category average
View and generate pay and benefit information8.02 Ratings9.2597 Ratings
Update personal information8.02 Ratings9.3624 Ratings
View company policy documentation7.01 Ratings8.8499 Ratings
Employee recognition5.01 Ratings8.2300 Ratings
View job history8.02 Ratings8.8422 Ratings
HR Reporting
Comparison of HR Reporting features of Product A and Product B
Meta4 PeopleNet
7.0
2 Ratings
8% below category average
Rippling
8.2
257 Ratings
8% above category average
Report builder7.02 Ratings8.0250 Ratings
Pre-built reports7.02 Ratings8.0235 Ratings
Ability to combine HR data with external data7.02 Ratings8.6199 Ratings
Onboarding
Comparison of Onboarding features of Product A and Product B
Meta4 PeopleNet
9.0
1 Ratings
11% above category average
Rippling
8.7
421 Ratings
8% above category average
New hire portal9.01 Ratings8.8413 Ratings
Manager tracking tools9.01 Ratings8.7294 Ratings
Performance and Goals
Comparison of Performance and Goals features of Product A and Product B
Meta4 PeopleNet
9.0
2 Ratings
10% above category average
Rippling
8.6
163 Ratings
5% above category average
Corporate goal setting9.01 Ratings8.8138 Ratings
Individual goal setting9.01 Ratings8.6145 Ratings
Line-of sight-visibility9.01 Ratings8.2139 Ratings
Performance tracking9.02 Ratings8.7143 Ratings
Performance Management
Comparison of Performance Management features of Product A and Product B
Meta4 PeopleNet
9.0
2 Ratings
12% above category average
Rippling
8.6
191 Ratings
8% above category average
Performance plans9.02 Ratings8.3166 Ratings
Performance improvement plans9.02 Ratings8.2156 Ratings
Review status tracking9.02 Ratings9.0165 Ratings
Review reminders9.01 Ratings9.1180 Ratings
Multiple review frequency9.01 Ratings8.5148 Ratings
Succession Planning
Comparison of Succession Planning features of Product A and Product B
Meta4 PeopleNet
9.0
1 Ratings
13% above category average
Rippling
9.1
150 Ratings
14% above category average
Create succession plans/pools9.01 Ratings9.0124 Ratings
Candidate ranking9.01 Ratings9.2131 Ratings
Candidate search9.01 Ratings9.2137 Ratings
Candidate development9.01 Ratings9.1128 Ratings
Recruiting / ATS
Comparison of Recruiting / ATS features of Product A and Product B
Meta4 PeopleNet
9.0
2 Ratings
14% above category average
Rippling
8.7
170 Ratings
11% above category average
Job Requisition Management9.02 Ratings9.2130 Ratings
Company Website Posting9.02 Ratings8.4126 Ratings
Publish to Social Media9.02 Ratings8.8117 Ratings
Job Search Site Posting9.02 Ratings8.8118 Ratings
Duplicate Candidate Prevention9.02 Ratings8.2120 Ratings
Applicant Tracking9.02 Ratings8.6125 Ratings
Notifications and Alerts9.02 Ratings8.9154 Ratings
Asset Management
Comparison of Asset Management features of Product A and Product B
Meta4 PeopleNet
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Ratings
Rippling
7.8
232 Ratings
1% above category average
Tracking of all physical assets00 Ratings7.8232 Ratings
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User Ratings
Meta4 PeopleNetRippling
Likelihood to Recommend
9.0
(2 ratings)
8.1
(674 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(6 ratings)
Usability
-
(0 ratings)
8.4
(671 ratings)
Availability
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(1 ratings)
Performance
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(1 ratings)
Support Rating
9.0
(1 ratings)
8.1
(604 ratings)
Implementation Rating
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(1 ratings)
Product Scalability
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(1 ratings)
User Testimonials
Meta4 PeopleNetRippling
Likelihood to Recommend
Cegid
Meta4 PeopleNet Core HR is a very powerful HR tool with abundant features that could fulfill pretty much all the HR needs of a small to medium sized organization. It might be an overkill for very small businesses with less than 20 employees as its really geared towards larger organizations. It offers powerful tools to performance reviews as well as employee HR management tasks. One interesting feature is the ability for employees to perform self administrative tasks through the software which allows some automation of tasks. On the other hand, the program can be so feature rich that require an advanced user with data analytic skills to fully utility. Companies that use the software will need to have at least one manager procure training before utilizing its full range of features.
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Rippling
We are a very small business (11 employees when we are at "capacity"). Rippling allows us to accommodate all of our employment types (hourly, salary, contract), and makes it easy. There are a few things that I have found that seem to be better suited for a much larger company (e.g. company credit cards, expense reimbursement, etc.), but we just use what we need and what works for us. Rippling has made many aspects of management much easier, and it's interactive and kind of fun.
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Pros
Cegid
  • Clean and easy navigation: it is very user-friendly and compared to other solutions I have utilized, there is a clear difference on how information is displayed and also ease of navigation and speed of response of the platform.
  • All modules are really integrated and it is so much power when there is a correlation between say the data displayed in Talent Management and the info seen on the C&B module for example from a performance and compensation perspective, visualizing info and being able to analyze it easier for decision making.
  • Customizable, in our case, we use the solution and enjoy the multiple benefits and efficiencies due to how data is organized and presented and the same time we have the advantage that the user interface is all customized to our own corporate brand/look and feel, color palette and graphical line.
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Rippling
  • Clean UI - there is no ambiguity about what function each button will perform.
  • Very easy to navigate. It is not difficult to find what is being looked for.
  • Single location for multiple functions. This is great for me as there is one central hub for all professional admin matters. Saving me valuable time that I can better spend on more pressing work matters.
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Cons
Cegid
  • Meta4 PeopleNet Core HR can be a bit overwhelming for light users with limited experience.
  • The performance review features are extensive and require a highly skilled manager that work with data analytics
  • The program is not quite as strong in its recruitment features as other software offerings.
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Rippling
  • The immediate learning curve of working with workflows and recipes
  • Building Reports from scratch can be fairly tedious and time consuming. Not streamlined because of having to drill down click by click.
  • I am still mystified by all of the formulas that can be used to make custom reports. Rippling is robust and it takes a lot to learn what it can really do.
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Likelihood to Renew
Cegid
No answers on this topic
Rippling
Rippling continues to innovate and amaze me with their new innovations and features. Product feedback is taken seriously so I always give it whenever I can and end up seeing results. Rippling is the new wave of HRIS that cannot compare against others in the industry just due to the fact they are super user friendly!
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Usability
Cegid
No answers on this topic
Rippling
Rippling stands out with its dependable, transparent, and intuitive platform for HR management. It simplifies tasks like managing team details, payroll, and benefits, making them straightforward and efficient. This user-friendliness has been a game-changer for companies like Noticed, where it streamlined employee onboarding and Open Enrollment. Their features combine to create a positive and stress-free experience for HR professionals and employees alike. Rippling's focus on user-friendliness makes it a clear choice for companies seeking a streamlined and efficient HR solution.
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Reliability and Availability
Cegid
No answers on this topic
Rippling
I like that the availability in using Rippling at any given time is useful to me. Getting on the site freely when I need gives me security of knowing that I can be in control of viewing health insurance and hours information. I have yet to get any errors in using the Rippling app.
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Performance
Cegid
No answers on this topic
Rippling
Rippling's performance has been great, no errors or glitches yet so far. I am confident that Going from one page to the next and all its complexity usage does not lag or times out, it works effectively and efficiently. While using Rippling and other apps it does not tend to slow it down, works great. No complaints.
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Support Rating
Cegid
It is excellent support so far, during implementation and also while live, the only reason why I am giving a 9 is because in some cases we could have had a quicker response or solution, but so far this doesn't look like an issue at all, and the vendor has been making sure we have what we need.
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Rippling
Rippling is always very supportive. I do wish there were tutorials, better support forms, and other features before being asked to reach out to the support email. My interactions with the people at Rippling have always been helpful and positive!
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Alternatives Considered
Cegid
Meta4 PeopleNet Core HR really shines as a flexible product capable of evolving with an organization's changing needs. Its robust features, cloud based architecture, and performance analysis help push the product ahead of some of its competitors. While not perfect, the software offers in-depth performance review functions and data analysis tools that show performance trends. With its self administrative tools, employees can help manage their own information, reducing workload for HR managers
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Rippling
Proof was much more convoluted and not easy to maneuver. Also all the platforms could not relate to each other and so nothing was streamlined in its approach. Also things seemed to lag and was not very up to date when it needed to be. I feel rippling has simplified their processes
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Scalability
Cegid
No answers on this topic
Rippling
I can go on here and see all my hours and pto plus health benefits. I like to have the work handbook handy to refer to legal things. How to work my role within it's limits. Being able to put in my hours and view when they are approved is a huge benefit for me.
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Return on Investment
Cegid
  • We now have a tool which is a single solution and connects our employee information for 5 countries and 30K + employees, a single source, talk about efficiency.
  • This is a big step in Digital Transformation, reducing times to complete several processes and also the use of paper forms.
  • Definitely, savings related to the number of solutions software wise that is now integrated and scalable with meta4 PeopleNet Talent Management.
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Rippling
  • The organization of information increased the business efficiency
  • Employee can search for themselves, leaving HR to do the things they need to be productive
  • Access 24/7 thru mobile app allows employee to function when they have the opportunity leaving the normal work hours for other business.
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ScreenShots

Rippling Screenshots

Screenshot of Rippling Dashboard: Employees' home for their payroll, benefits, documents, devices, expenses, and apps.Screenshot of Rippling Payroll: Runs payroll in 90 seconds. Pays employees and contractors around the world. Automatic tax filing.Screenshot of Rippling Benefits Administration: Management of employees' Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, FSA, HSA, and commuter benefits.Screenshot of Rippling Single Sign-On: Employees can access all of their SaaS apps in one click from their Rippling dashboard.Screenshot of Rippling’s Time & Attendance platform integrates with the rest of the product suite so that when employees clock in, their approved hours automatically synced with payroll and accounting systems.Screenshot of Rippling Mobile Device Management: To manage employees' computers and devices 100% remotely.